Skyline of Aparecida de Goiânia
Cost of Living: 88 601,844

Aparecida de Goiânia, Brazil

The second-largest city in Goiás, a rapidly growing suburb of Goiânia with a strong industrial and commercial base.

Updated August 11, 2026
Cost of Living 88

Below Average vs Brazil Avg (100)

Housing Index 74

Affordable

Median Income R$38,400

Household income

Unemployment 9.5%

Job market health

Aparecida de Goiânia vs Brazil Average

Cost of Living
Aparecida de Goiânia: 88
Brazil Avg: 100
Housing Index
Aparecida de Goiânia: 74
Brazil Avg: 100

Taxes

  • State Income Tax: None
  • Sales Tax: 18.0%

Economy & Jobs

  • Median Income: R$38,400
  • Unemployment: 9.5%
  • Population: 601,844

Climate

  • Sunny Days: 220/year
  • Summer High: 86°F
  • Winter Low: 60°F
  • Farming Zone: USDA Zone 7a

Housing

  • Median Home: R$210,000
  • 1BR Rent: R$1200/mo

Cost of Living

Aparecida de Goiânia's cost of living index is 88 (Brazil average = 100).

CategoryAparecida de GoiâniaNational AverageDifference
Overall88100-12.0%
Housing74100-26.0%

Data source: IBGE / Numbeo, 2026

Housing Market

MetricValue
Median Home PriceR$210,000
Median Rent (1BR)R$1200/mo
Median Rent (2BR)R$1,500/mo
Price per Sq FtR$140

Data source: FipeZAP / QuintoAndar, 2026

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Utilities

Estimated monthly utility costs for a typical household in Aparecida de Goiânia:

UtilityEstimated Monthly CostNotes
ElectricityR$120
Heating & CoolingN/AEstimated based on local climate.
Cooling (AC)R$2Estimated based on local climate and electricity rates
WaterR$40Includes sewer
Internet (100+ Mbps)R$35Broadband average
Garbage / TrashIncluded in taxesMunicipal service (covered by property taxes)
Total UtilitiesR$197Monthly estimate (including heating & cooling)

Data sources: ANEEL, Sabesp, Anatel 2025

Remote Work Score

Aparecida de Goiânia scores —/100 for remote work readiness:

Cost of Living
88
Rent
R$1200
Sunny Days
220
Tax
None
Unemployment
9.5%
Climate
86°F / 60°F
Safety
21.5 homicides/100k
Population
601,844
Internet Speed
90 Mbps

Climate

Aparecida de Goiânia has a varied climate with distinct seasons.

MonthAvg HighAvg LowRainfall
January80°F60°F2.5"
April71°F75°F2.8"
July86°F61°F1.5"
October66°F78°F2.2"
USDA Zone 7a

Mild — wide variety of vegetables, many fruit trees

Natural Hazards

Aparecida de Goiânia faces the following natural hazards:

Flood High Risk

Amazon and other major river systems cause flooding.

Wildfire High Risk

Amazon rainforest and Cerrado savanna wildfires.

Heat Wave High Risk

Extreme summer heat in much of the country.

Drought Moderate Risk

Northeast Brazil experiences periodic severe droughts.

Tornado Moderate Risk

Southern Brazil experiences tornadoes.

Based on historical records and geographic risk assessment.

Taxes

  • State Income Tax: 0% (None)
  • Sales Tax: 18%
  • Property Tax: ~0.5% of assessed value

Economy & Jobs

Major industries include technology, healthcare, education, and manufacturing. The unemployment rate is 9.5%.

Crime & Safety

Crime rates in Aparecida de Goiânia per 100,000 residents:

350.0
Violent Crime
1,500.0
Property Crime
21.5
Homicide

City-level crime data is not available for this location. The figure shown is the national average, which may differ significantly from actual conditions in this city.

Data source: UN Office on Drugs and Crime

Schools & Education

Total Schools

Academic Schedule

School Hours 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Academic Year February to December
Term System Semester — 1st (Feb-Jun), 2nd (Jul-Dec)
Summer Break December to February (8 weeks)
Winter Break July (2 weeks)
Spring Break Carnival in February/March (1 week)

Many schools operate in morning or afternoon shifts. Carnival is a national holiday break.

Important Disclaimer: All data on this page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, tax, or real estate advice. URCity and Northshore Press are not financial advisors, tax professionals, or real estate agents. Always consult qualified professionals before making relocation or financial decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Aparecida de Goiânia, Brazil?

The cost of living index in Aparecida de Goiânia is 88, which is Lower the Brazil national average of 100.

How much does it cost to buy a home in Aparecida de Goiânia?

The median home price in Aparecida de Goiânia is R$210,000. The housing index is 74.

What is the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment?

The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Aparecida de Goiânia is approximately R$1200/mo.

Does Aparecida de Goiânia, GO have income tax?

Aparecida de Goiânia is in GO, which has no income tax.

What is the climate like in Aparecida de Goiânia?

Aparecida de Goiânia enjoys approximately 220 sunny days per year. Summer highs reach around 86°F, while winter lows can drop to around 60°F.

Data Sources

  • Cost of Living: IBGE / Numbeo, 2026
  • Housing Data: FipeZAP / QuintoAndar, 2026
  • Income & Employment: IBGE Continuous PNAD, 2024
  • Utilities ANEEL, Sabesp, Anatel 2025

Data last updated: August 12, 2026. Data may not reflect current market conditions. Always verify with local sources before making relocation decisions.